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Open audition notice for "The Diary of Anne Frank" play. Looking for cast. Please see the breakdown below.

About the project: 
The Diary of Anne Frank premiered on Broadway in 1955, only 10 years after Anne Frank’s death and eight years after the publication of her diary documenting two and a half years spent in hiding from Nazi persecution. In a world turned upside down by the Holocaust, Anne Frank held on to her faith in humanity. This story of resilience, optimism and a young girl’s extraordinary spirit transcends time and offers hope to today’s world. Winner of the Tony Award, the Pulitzer Prize and the Critic’s Circle Award.

Additional info: 
Auditions will be cold readings from the script.
In reference to our audition notices:
Most characters directors encounter currently are on the binary and are written with he/him or she/her pronouns, and you will see that in the descriptions they provide. However limiting the descriptions are, the casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible, and directors invite gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors to apply for the roles they most identify with. They will also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities. It is the policy of Theatre that all auditions are open to the public. All interested people, newcomers and stage veterans alike, are welcome. 
Performance dates:
Please note special scheduling due to Jewish high holidays
September 21, 22, 23 (matinee and evening), 24(matinee)
September 28, 29, 30 (matinee and evening)
October 1 (matinee).

Theater

(Must be able to play 17 years old), pretty, quiet, obedient, demure, frail, friendly, very intelligent, overwhelmed by the trials of hiding, very close to her mother and father. Like Anne, she longed for a friend in whom she could confide. She played the role of peacemaker when Anne overstepped. She was a good girl and was admired by all.

African-American

Latino / Hispanic

White / Caucasian

Other

Asian

Middle Eastern

Native American

Pacific Islander

Indian/South Asian

Female

MARGOT FRANK

Father of Anne and Margot, a wise fair, loyal, attentive, patient, intelligent, level-headed, optimistic, genuinely liked people, devoted to his wife, Edith.

Male

OTTO FRANK

(must play mid 40’s) A lovely woman, from a wealthy German family, reticent, loving, moral, concerned, gracious, cultured, devoted to tradition, devastated by her relationship with Anne, is barley holding on based on the issues of isolation and hiding.

EDITH FRANK

(Actress must be able to play in her mid-40s) loud, egotistical, talky, often crude, suspicious, bossy, moody, self-important, overbearing, critical of others, flirtatious, manipulative, does not like to be bossed around, tries to run the household.

MRS. VAN DAAN

Dour, selfish, complaining, ungrateful, dictatorial, highly critical of his son Peter, easily irritated, is rather withdrawn from the others.

MR VAN DAAN

(Actor must be able to play 17-19 yrs. old) withdrawn, unsure, awkward, immature, shy, sometimes amusing, attached to his cat, hates his mother and father’s constant quarrels, ages from the introverted teenager to the more mature 19-year-old who enjoys the company of the girls.

PETER VAN DAAN

Dentist, stodgy, old-fashioned, disciplined, hypercritical, selfish, doesn’t like Anne’s behavior, not a people person. picky, unhappy with everything, whiny, a perfectionist, easily angered.

DUSSEL

Austrian refugee living in the Netherlands, entrusted by Otto Frank with provisioning the occupants of the Annex and hiding them from the outside world. She was courageous, empathetic, compassionate, and friendly.

MIEP

Helps Miep with the responsibilities of feeding and hiding the occupants of the Annex, employee of Mr. Frank’s company, a trusted colleague and friend. He is sympathetic to their plight, and is an honest and good man.

Mr. KRALER

Jobs In Acting For Stage Play "The Diary of Anne Frank"

In need of male and female performers for the "Fiddler on The Roof" play. For more information see the details listed below.
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED!

About the project:
"Fiddler on the Roof" is the beloved story of the small, tradition-steeped town of Anatevka, Russia, where Jews and Russians live
in delicate balance. The time honored traditions of Anatevka are both embraced and challenged by Tevye and his colorful
community, as they witness his daughters, Tzeitel, Hodel and Chava, grow up and fall in love in a time of extraordinary
change. Fiddler on the Roof’s Broadway premier became the longest-running Broadway musical in history, a title it maintained
for almost 10 years. It is a story that captures the essential human longings for love, community, success, freedom, family, and
meaning. Fiddler on the Roof features such iconic songs as the beautiful “Sunrise, Sunset,” the boisterous “If I Were a Rich
Man”, and the classic “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.”

Rate:
$300.00 – $500.00 per week

Additional info:
All video submissions should include a link to a YouTube, Vimeo, or other video-sharing service file. YouTube: please make your video setting Public or Unlisted.
PLEASE PREPARE TWO CONTRASTING VOCAL SELECTIONS IN THE STYLE OF THE SHOW AND ONE MONOLOGUE.
MATERIAL FROM THE SHOW IS PERFECTLY ACCEPTABLE. PLEASE NO MORE THAN 32 BARS PER SONG.
PLEASE BRING SHEET MUSIC IN YOUR KEY. ACCOMPANIST WILL BE PROVIDED.
MEN: PLEASE WEAR SNEAKERS OR CHARACTER SHOES, AND BRING KNEE PADS IF YOU HAVE THEM.
FEMALES: PLEASE WEAR CHARACTER HEELS FOR THE DANCE CALL.
REHEARSALS BEGIN: MONDAY, JULY 24TH - THURSDAY, AUGUST 4TH, 2023
PREVIEWS BEGIN: THURSDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2023
OPENING NIGHT: FRIDAY, AUGUST 4TH, 2023
CLOSING PERFORMANCE: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2023
See the attachment for more info. 

Apply, if interested.

$500 / Week

UNDERSTUDIES WILL BE CONSIDERED
Tevye is a like-able, hard-working, pious man who sees the positive side of life. Strong patriarch but gentle father of 5 daughters he has raised according to the Scriptures. He is humorous and relaxed, but when pushed, can show stubbornness and rage. Strong actor who must carry the show and have a good connection with the audience. Range: A2-F5

TEVYE, THE DAIRYMAN-

UNDERSTUDIES WILL BE CONSIDERED
Golde is the real strength behind Tevye, the one who keeps the household going. She is very concerned that her daughters make good matches and have easier lives than she & Tevye have had. Good comic timing for very funny lines. Range: A3 - Eb5

GOLDE, TEVYE’S WIFE

Yente is a middle-aged widow who matches up the young people of the village in the hopes that they will marry. She is the village busybody and knows all the news about the town. She is the comedienne of the show. Range: F3 - F5

YENTE, THE MATCHMAKER

Lazar is the town’s wealthiest citizen & is the same age, if not older, than Tevye. He wants to marry, by traditional parental agreement, Tevye’s daughter, Tzeitel. Promising to give her a good & secure life. A feisty, comic role. Range: C3- F#4

LAZAR WOLF, THE BUTCHER

Tzeitel is the first daughter to marry and the first to challenge the traditions. She has a desperate crying scene with Tevye when faced with marrying Lazar Wolf instead of Motel, who she really loves. A strong dramatic actress. Range: B3 - D5

TZEITEL, THE ELDEST DAUGHTER

Hodel becomes intrigued with the radical, young student, Perchik. She eventually leaves Anatevka to join him in Siberia where he is imprisoned for his reform activities. Hodel sings a haunting solo as she says goodbye to her father at the train station. Range: B3 - E5

HODEL, THE 2ND ELDEST DAUGHTER

Motel is a rather meek & poor tailor who seeks the hand of Tzeitel, and comes into his own in the process! This is a terrific character role needing a sensitive, nervous but lovable portrayal. Range: E3- F#4

MOTEL, THE TAILOR

Perchik is a visitor to Anatevka, and therefore, an outsider. He brings with him radical new ideas that challenge the traditions. He falls for Hodel. This role requires an actor capable of showing intensity and an unfailing commitment to his beliefs. Range: B2- E4

PERCHIK, THE STUDENT

Chava is a scholarly daughter who loves to read. She falls in love and runs off with Fyedka, a Russian soldier, and breaks her father’s heart. This role requires a capable dramatic actress who can perform an emotional dance. Range: B3 - D5

CHAVA, THE 3RD ELDEST DAUGHTER

Fyedka, a strong young soldier, sees past his military obligations and falls in love with Chava. He challenges Tevye’s imposed silence towards him. Fyedka has a solo in “To Life” and dances a Russian dance with his fellow soldiers. Range: B2- E4

FYEDKA, A RUSSIAN SOLDIER

This Russian military official stationed near Anatevka, knows the villagers well, and even likes some of them, particularly Tevye. But these superficial relationships don’t prevent him from carrying out violence against the people. This is a non-singing role requiring a strong actor. (non-singing role)

THE CONSTABLE

Runs the bar in town and is a friend of Tevye.

MORDCHA, THE INNKEEPER /NACHUM, THE BEGGAR

THE RABBI

The Rabbi’s son. He is uncertain of the presence of Perchik in the village.

MENDEL, THE RABBI’S SON

Grandma Tzeitel is a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene and has a wonderful solo, endorsing the marriage of Tzeitel to Motel. It is a very entertaining & memorable role. This actress will also appear as a villager. Range: C#4-D5

GRANDMA TZEITEL

Runs the bookshop in town and keeps the town advised of all of the news in the area.

AVRAM, THE BOOKSELLER

Fruma-Sarah is also a ghost figure who appears in the Dream Scene. She portrays Lazar Wolf’s departed wife & becomes enraged that her husband plans on marrying Tzeitel. It is a show-stopping scene requiring a strong singer to carry a challenging solo. This actress will also appear as a villager. Shandel- The mother of Motel. Range: C4-E5

FRUMA-SARAH / SHANDEL

Both genders

THE FIDDLER/ SASHA

Yussel

Town Hatter

Boris

Priest

Child Villagers

Adult Villagers

Russian Soldiers

Seeking Performers for the "Fiddler on The Roof" Play

Casting performers for the "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" play. Other details are listed below.
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED.

About the project:
A satire of big business and "traditional" gender roles and all they hold sacred, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant "company man," the office party, backstabbing coworkers, blackmail, caffeine addiction, and, of course, true love.

Additional info:
Show Dates: September 1-3*, 8-10*, 15-17*, 2023
Please prepare a 32-bar or 1-minute cut of a song similar to the style of the show that demonstrates your range and abilities. Songs from the show are acceptable.
Cold reads from scripts will also be used to gauge character interactions.
Dance auditions will be required, please bring comfortable clothes and shoes you can move in.

If interested, apply.

Our story's protagonist. An irrepressible, clear-eyed, almost puckish hero, he is a window washer who applies for a job at the World Wide Wicket Company and attempts to climb the 'ladder of success.'
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: C3

J. Pierrepont Finch

A sleazy executive with a penchant for the ladies.

Gatch

The stuffed-shirt, philandering President of World Wide Wicket. Beneath his ruthless exterior, he is a college lad at heart with a passion for knitting.
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3

J.b. Biggley

A secretary at the company who is more interested in finding a man than advancing her career. She becomes Finch's love interest.
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: A3

Rosemary

A secretary with a painfully dry sense of humor. She is a cynical, working woman who is on the lookout for a man.

Smitty

Biggely's nephew and scheming employee. He is an arrogant sycophant who tries to advance his career by exploiting his family connections.
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: C3

Bud Frump

J.B.'s stuffy secretary who is abrupt and tough, but soft and kind to those who are good to her.
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Miss Jones

He is a fussy, old-fashioned, yet loyal employee at the company. Supervisor of the mailroom, he believes his success is due to his lack of ambition and ability to remain unnoticed.
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C#3

Mr. Twimble

The company's Chief Executive Officer and a former window-washer.
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: D3

Wally Womper

A voluptuous, sexually-charged woman adored by all of the men. She may appear dim-witted, but she knows how to manipulate men to get what she wants.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: C4

Hedy

Scrubwomen

Executives

Secretaries

"How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" Needs Talent

Auditions for "Puffs" play. Seeking cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below.

About the project: 
"For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. The New York Times proclaims PUFFS, “A FAST-PACED ROMP through the ‘Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic.’ For POTTERphiliacs who grew up alongside Potter and are eager to revisit that world, ‘PUFFS’ exudes a jovial, winking fondness for all things Harry!”​​"

Additional info: 
Audition will consist of cold reads from the script.
Show Dates: October 20-22*,27-29*, November 3-5*, 2023.

When applying, please include headshot, resume & other information.

Narrator

Wayne Hopkins

Megan Jones

Oliver Rivers

Cedric Diggory

Other Puffs

Justin "J." Finch

Ernie Mac

Hannah

Susie Bones

Leanne

Sally Perks

Zach Smith

Harry

Ginny

Viktor

Frenchy

Headmaster

"Puffs" Stage Play Casting Actors

Open auditions for mainstage production of "Whose Life is it Anyway?". In need of cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below.

About the project: 
A brilliant battle of wits takes place in this extraordinary play.
Claire Harrison, a successful sculptor, is paralyzed in a car accident and kept alive by support systems in a hospital. Outwardly, she’s cheerful and often very funny, but she’s overwhelmed by the fact that she has lost control of her own life.
As the play begins, she is coming to the decision that if she can’t live as a woman, she doesn’t want to exist as a medical achievement. Her physician, however, is utterly determined to preserve Claire’s life, regardless of its quality.
Finally despite the pleas of the doctors and her involved nurse, Claire invokes the law of habeas corpus and a judge joins the battle to determine “Whose Life Is It Anyway?“

Rate:
This is a non-paid performing opportunity.

Additional info: 
PRODUCTION DATES:
August 18th - 26th, 2023
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m.
TECH WEEK:
Sunday August 13th - Thursday August 17th, 2023
Performers and some production volunteers MUST be available for all tech week rehearsals and all performances. There are no exceptions!
Rehearsals:
There will be approximately 20 rehearsals for this production, plus tech week and performances. The exact rehearsal schedule is to be determined, but rehearsals are usually 1-2 weekday nights per week, from approximately 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. There is the possibility of some Sunday evening rehearsals and some weekend daytime rehearsals.
The rehearsal schedule intensifies as opening night draws closer. Tech week rehearsals can run later into the evening.
No experience is necessary. All roles are open. 
All are welcome and encouraged to audition, regardless of prior experience, ethnicity, disability or identity.
PERFORMERS - WHAT TO PREPARE:
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. These will be provided on the day of auditions. Actors trying for the role of Claire may be asked to perform additional exercises.

When applying, please include your information.

(F Presenting) – the patient, a sculptor paralyzed from the neck down due to an automobile accident.
Note: Actor will need the ability to remain still in bed and act with face and head only for the full length of the play.

Claire Harrison

(M Presenting) Claire’s attending doctor: professional and skilled doctor who has his beliefs challenged by the case.

Dr. David Scott

(F Presenting) 30+. Ward Nurse Supervisor: by the book, firm, pleasant, but does not show emotion.

Nurse Anderson

(M Presenting) 40+. Medical Director: dedicated to the job, will do all within his power for patients under his care.

Dr. Michael Emerson

(F Presenting). Student Nurse: friendly, outgoing, under pressure to be more like the senior nurses in treating patients.

Mary Jo Sadler

(M Presenting) Orderly: Friendly, outgoing, sees patients as human beings regardless of their condition.

John

(F Presenting). Social Worker: Helpful, outgoing, always trying to do the best for patients but follows hospital guidelines.

Mrs. Louise Boyle

(F Presenting). Claire’s Attorney: Brought in by Claire to represent her against the hospital actions.

Margaret Hill

(M Presenting) (30+). Consultant Psychologist: Hospital Psychologist brought in to support the hospital case.

Dr. Paul Jacobs

(M Presenting), (25+). Ms. Hill’s Partner: The lawyer that represents Claire in front of the judge.

Peter Kershaw

(M Presenting), (30+). Consultant Psychologist: Psychologist brought in to support the hospital case.

Dr. Robert Barr

(M Presenting), (30+). Hospital’s Attorney: The lawyer that represents the hospital in front of the judge.

Andrew Eden

40+. Judge: The judge in Claire’s case. Fair person with some humor.

Judge Wyler

"Whose Life is it Anyway?" Stage Play Seeking Cast

Open auditions for Agatha Christie's "Murder on the Orient Express". Looking for actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below.

About the project: 
Ken Ludwig's clever adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic boasts all the glamour, intrigue and suspense of Dame Agatha's celebrated novel, with a healthy dose of humor to quicken the pace.
The year is 1934. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer.
An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside.
Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.

Rate:
This is a non-paid performing opportunity.

Additional info: 
PRODUCTION DATES:
September 8th - 24th, 2023
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m.
TECH WEEK:
Sun. September 3rd - Thu. September 7th, 2023
Performers and some production volunteers MUST be available for all tech week rehearsals and all performances. There are no exceptions!
Rehearsals:
There will be approximately 20 rehearsals for this production, plus tech week and performances. The exact rehearsal schedule is to be determined, but rehearsals are usually 1-3 weekday nights per week, from approximately 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. There is the possibility of some Sunday evening rehearsals and some weekend daytime rehearsals.
The rehearsal schedule intensifies as opening night draws closer. Tech week rehearsals can run later into the evening.
No experience is necessary. All roles are open. 
All are welcome and encouraged to audition, regardless of prior experience, ethnicity, disability or identity.
PERFORMERS - WHAT TO PREPARE:
The cast has a wide range of accents.
Please review the monologues and accent resources for this play attached.
Come prepared with monologues for two characters of interest. You will be auditioning with the character’s accent. The accent doesn’t have to be perfect, but the closer the better.

When applying, please include your information.

A famous Belgian detective; a "big" personality; authoritative, witty, charismatic, and slightly pompous; driven to find the answers, good or bad, with a strong moral sense; very aware of his ability and his well-deserved reputation, but regularly attempting to be humble in his genius. French Accent.

Hercule Poirot

A Belgian man of good humor; playful, proud, generous; a predilection for grandeur; a whirlwind of energy; must be an excellent comedian. French Accent.

Monsieur Bouc

An English beauty; a governess, capable yet romantic; a sadness around her eyes and a hardness about her person. English Accent. Please note this character has a kissing scene.

Mary Debenham

Tightly wound, edgy and nervous; he seems to always be on the verge of falling apart or coming unwound. American Accent.

Hector MacQueen

One actor will play two roles: Michel: a good-looking Frenchman, about 40, a quiet, almost grave sense of humor; unfailingly polite; Head Waiter: a Turkish waiter, snooty, smooth; must have great comic timing. Michel has a French accent and Marcel a Turkish accent.

Michel the Conductor/Head Waiter

A Russian dowager; very formal, a sweeping, impressive presence; imperial, impatient. Russian accent.

Princess Dragomiroff

Inherently odd, and very devout Swedish woman; a frightened, sheeplike quality; must be an excellent comedienne with an impeccable Swedish accent. Swedish accent.

Greta Ohlsson

Brilliantly beautiful, like something out of a fairytale; impeccably put together, with a warmth that wins over everyone she meets; her delicacy belies a steely edge; she is no wilting flower; Hungarian accent.

Countess Andrenyi

An outspoken and flamboyant American from the Midwest; jovial, domineering, deliciously nosy and brash; unapologetic; must be an excellent comedienne. Prepare to sing “Alexander’s RagTime Band” acapella. American Accent.

Helen Hubbard

Normally one actor plays two roles, but we may cast two people. Samuel Ratchett: (35-50) American businessman, evil at heart and frightening, brusque, unforgiving, stern demeanor; pushy, domineering. American accent. Colonel Arbuthnot: (30-40) Scotsman, handsome, very matter of fact, occasionally tender; must have great comic timing.Scottish Accent. Has a kissing scene.

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